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property at 1209 N 11th St

1209 N 11th St

St. LouisMO63106
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5611 Hallows Ave

East St. LouisIL62204

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Fairmont City, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairmont City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairmont City, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Collins Terrace Apartments in the Lafayette Square neighborhood priced from $708. Downtowner Apartments in the Lafayette Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairmont City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Collins Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$708
Downtowner ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
The Gentrys Landing ApartmentsStudio UnfurnishedStudio,1BA$855
The Ely Walker Lofts1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$900
Cityside ApartmentsAster1BR,1BA$905

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmont City, IL and Nearby

As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairmont City area is the $0.80 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Roberts Galerie Lofts in the in the Lafayette Square neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Fairmont City apartment is the A Model at Denim Lofts starting at $2,015 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmont City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Roberts Galerie Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.80
Denim LoftsA2BR,2BA$1.20
Bogen | Urban Chic LoftsD22BR,1.5BA$1.34
Pointe 400 ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.99
Fashion Square IB22BR,1BA$1.11
Syndicate BuildingStabdard 1BR1BR,1BA$1.11
Storyboard on PinePine B32BR,2BA$1.23
Bee Hat LoftsA3 - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
Collins Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1.09
1730 Saint Louis Ave, Unit Bottom Floor1730 Saint Louis Ave1BR,1BA$1.09

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Fairmont City, IL

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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairmont City

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairmont City?

There are currently 175 Apartments for Rent in Fairmont City, IL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $7,935. There are also 65 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairmont City ranging from $400 to $2,795.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairmont City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairmont City ranges from $400 to $2,795 with an average monthly rent of $1,035.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.